The Last of Us 2 review (no spoilers): PS4's most anticipated release delivers on the promise of the first, but only half the time

The second part of Joel and Ellie's story is finally here, but does it live up to the legacy started by the first? As we explain in our The Last of Us 2 review... kind of.

The Last of Us 2 review (no spoilers): PS4's most anticipated release delivers on the promise of the first, but only half the time
The Last of Us 2 review (no spoilers): PS4's most anticipated release delivers on the promise of the first, but only half the time
By André Pusey

Graphics - Score 98

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Sound - Score 98

Is Naughty Dog making a PS5 expansion for The Last Of Us Part 2, like Spider-Man Miles Morales?
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Gameplay - Score 92

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Story - Score 80

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Our Score

Pros

  • The sound and graphics are impeccable, pushing the PS4 to its limits
  • Several much-needed gameplay mechanics are added and enhanced
  • Naughty Dog made a number of bold decisions, most of which pay off

Cons

  • The dual-protagonist storyline is a bit unbalanced and sloppily constructed
  • New enemies and threats are introduced, but arguably not utilised enough
  • Holding triangle all the time to open doors is nothing but tedious